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If you need painting done, but don’t have the time or the know-how to do it yourself, a professional painting team can help. However, it is important to recognize that not all painters are created equally, and when choosing a contractor, there are some things you should look for before deciding which one to hire. You will want to find a contractor who:

Provides free written estimates

Has a stellar rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB)

Carries good general liability insurance coverage

Free Written Estimates

No quality contractor will charge you to come to your home or business and give you an estimate. There are some out there who will provide an oral estimate for free, but what you’re looking for is a free written estimate. This way, you have everything you need, (including an itemized list of charges, and the type of paint used) written down so you can compare it with other estimates, and the company is locked into providing what they said they would, if you choose to hire them.

Stellar Rating with the BBB

Always check out your contractors with the BBB. Though you’re looking for one with a good rating (A+ is ideal), recognize that a perfect, flawless record, is something to be wary of. The nature of business itself, regardless of industry, proves that not everyone will be satisfied with the quality of product or service offered. Things will happen to good companies, so make sure you read the details of any complaints, and check to see if they have been resolved by the business, either with or without assistance from the BBB.

General Liability Insurance

Any quality contractor will carry general liability insurance to protect both your property and his business, should anything happen while he’s on the job. Reputable contractors will also carry commercial auto insurance and worker’s compensation through a well-rated insurance company. Verify this coverage directly with the insurance carrier, to make sure there is ample coverage, and the policy is currently instated. Ask the carrier to provide proof of insurance coverage, or have the contractor ask his or her insurance agent to fax it to you for verification.

Avoid Contractors Who Ask for Deposits or Will Beat the “Best” Price

You should never hire contractors who require a deposit before beginning the job, or contractors who advertise they will beat any price. Established and reputable painters will have running capital to handle the expense of your job, without requiring payment from you until services are rendered to your satisfaction. Reputable contractors will provide quality service, and if someone’s willing to beat the “best” price, then they’re likely to give you shoddy work.

You are paying for a service, and as with many things in life, the saying “you get what you pay for” rings true with painting, too. Do your homework, and you’ll be pleased with the service you get. Make sure to get quotes from at least three providers, so you can choose the one that works best for you, keeping in mind cheap is not always best.

Industrial painting is just as important as commercial or residential paint projects, though the process and application varies slightly. There are many types of paint jobs, all of which have their own processes and specifications to follow.

Tanks and Silos

If the exterior of your tanks and silos is degrading, a new paint job can help stop rust and corrosion dead in its tracks. Speciality coatings can be applied to both the inside and outside of the tanks to protect and extend their lifespan. If it is the inside of your tank that is causing a problem, it’s more than an aesthetics issue; there is always a risk of contamination as the interior wall chemicals can seep into or become mixed in with whatever material is being stored in the silo.

Machinery

Machinery paint can fail for a number of reasons, including:

Harsh environmental conditions

Extreme temperatures

Moving mechanical parts wearing the paint off

Primer and/or finish coating not applied to its specified thickness

Wrong primer applied

Wrong finish coating applied

Improper thinning down of coating

Though paint finishes have little to do with the functionality of industrial machinery, when the paint starts to flake, chip, or wear off, it can be unpleasant to look at. When this is visible to the public, it can suggest negativity to customers. When machine paint is kept looking sharp, it tells customers the business cars about cleanliness and safety, thereby boosting their overall business image.

Floor Coatings

Epoxy floor coatings are found in many food distribution centers, manufacturing plants, and warehouses all over the country. Epoxy is strong, durable, and highly resistant to chemicals, but the epoxy coating is only as good as the team of people who apply it. Surface preparation is critical to the success of an epoxy coating, as if the surface is not ready, the coat will simply lift and peel.

Floor stripiing is also important, as many areas need lines drawn for traffic, safety guidelines, and general use. When applied correctly, the striping can withstand heavy foot traffic, as well as traffic from heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.

Pipes

Pipes, much like industrial machinery painting may not affect the functionality (depending on the type and purpose of the pipe), but should be kept painted accordingly. Proper paint and coatings will not only extend the life of pipes, but will ensure they function correctly. Certain pipes must be color coded to meet industry guidelines, and certain pipes must be treated with specific types of cleaners and paints, such as in the case of food service, to ensure compliance with safety guidelines.

Transportation and Equipment

Painting for transportation, such as airplanes and trains, and special equipment is not only necessary for aesthetic appearance, but also to the functionality and lifespan of the equipment. If the equipment is degrading because of rust and corrosion, painting it and applying the correct coating can restore the core structure, while also protecting it for years to come.

Orlando Painters LLC is very proud to be a part of keeping Winter Park, Fl. looking beautiful. Over the past 20 years, our staff of Winter Park painters have completed many residential, commercial and industrial painting project in this great city.

The project that stands out to me the most and i am the most proud of is, the painting of the Anson Stoner Building at 111 E. Fairbanks Ave. This building has a very unique design. It is a 2 story triangular shaped building with a cut out area under the 2nd floor for employee parking. This building is a real eye catcher.

The Anson Stoner Building is located directly across the street from the distinguished Rollins College and right next to the extremely entertaining Park Avenue. This building is very visible and we are honored to have painted it.

We pressure washed, sealed and completely waterproofed this entire building. We applied a 3 coat system to this building which included a waterproofing sealer, a waterproofing coating and a top of the line finish paint as the top coat. Using a top of the line 100% acrylic finish paint was used for color retention purposes. This building now benefits from the use of this 3 coat system by having a great sealer as the undercoat, which ensures the topcoats will never chip, flake or peel. The use of the waterproofing coating ensures this building will have no problems with water intrusion and the use of the top of the line finish paint ensures the dark green color they chose will not fade for many years.